Living in Lauderhill Florida

Lauderhill Real Estate Agent Insights

By Michele Noonan | Lauderhill Realtor | Listing Specialist

Last Updated: July 2026

Lauderhill sits at the center of Broward County, a working, diverse city with a real estate market that moves differently than the luxury communities that get most of the attention further west. As a Lauderhill real estate agent, I have active listings, properties under contract, and closed sales in this city right now — not occasional deals, ongoing work. Here's what you need to know about Lauderhill real estate: its neighborhoods, current market conditions, and what it actually takes to sell here successfully.

Below is a list of some transactions in this market:

3650 Environ Boulevard, Unit 305 — sold $148,000
5860 NW 44th Street, Unit 808 — sold $197,000
6010 S Falls Circle Drive, Unit 419 — sold $133,000
7041 Environ Boulevard, Unit 327 — under contract
4172 Inverrary Drive, Unit 503 — sold
3821 Environ Boulevard, Unit 103 — coming soon
4019 NW 11th Drive — Under Contract

That level of current market activity gives me a working knowledge of Lauderhill that goes beyond what most agents who occasionally work in a city can offer. Lauderhill is not a market that gets a lot of attention from agents who specialize in luxury communities further west. That is exactly why sellers here deserve someone who is actually working in it.

Where is Lauderhill FL Located?

Lauderhill sits in north-central Broward County approximately eight miles inland from Fort Lauderdale and its beaches. The city is bordered by Sunrise to the north and west, Lauderdale Lakes to the east, and Plantation to the south. Access to the Florida Turnpike, I-95, and the Sawgrass Expressway is direct and convenient, with the Turnpike providing further access north to Boca Raton and south to Miami. Oakland Park Boulevard, Sunrise Boulevard, and University Drive run through or along the city. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is approximately 15 to 20 minutes away, downtown Fort Lauderdale is approximately 15 minutes east, and Fort Lauderdale Beach is approximately 20 to 25 minutes away. Sawgrass Mills Mall is minutes from the city's western edge. Lauderhill offers a central Broward County location at a price point significantly more accessible than neighboring Plantation or Sunrise.

A Brief History of Lauderhill FL

Lauderhill was incorporated in 1959. The city takes its name from a conversation between developer Herbert Sadkin and his friend New York Times journalist William Safire, who suggested the name as a play on Fort Lauderdale. Development began with affordable ranch-style homes and low-rise condominiums that attracted retirees and snowbirds from the Northeast. The Inverrary community, developed in the 1970s as a planned urban development around the Inverrary Country Club, became one of the city's most recognizable addresses. The club hosted the Jackie Gleason Inverrary Classic, a PGA Tour event that drew Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino, Gerald Ford, and Bob Hope. Jackie Gleason himself was a full-time Inverrary resident and lived there until his passing in 1987. The Inverrary Country Club closed in 2020 but the neighborhood retains its character, mature landscaping, and established communities. Today Lauderhill is one of the most culturally diverse cities in Florida with a population of approximately 77,000 residents and a strong Caribbean and West Indian community presence.

What Makes Lauderhill Different

Lauderhill's primary distinction from a real estate standpoint is value. The city offers some of the most affordable condominium and townhome pricing in Broward County. For buyers priced out of Plantation, Weston, or Fort Lauderdale that accessibility is a genuine draw. For sellers it means understanding that your buyer pool is often cash-heavy, investor-active, and sensitive to HOA financial health, milestone inspection compliance, and monthly fee levels. Those variables matter more here than in markets where buyers have more purchasing power to absorb unexpected costs.

Central Broward Regional Park and Broward County Stadium; located at the corner of US 441 and Sunrise Blvd, is the home of international cricket in the United States. In 2010 it became the first ground to host an international match between two full ICC members on American soil and draws over 500,000 visitors per year. The park also features a 1.5-mile walking trail, playgrounds, basketball, tennis courts and beautiful water park-Tropical Splash.

Lauderhill Neighborhoods and Communities

Inverrary — Lauderhill's most established master planned community spanning approximately 1,000 acres with a mix of condominiums, townhouses, lakefront villas, and single family homes across both all-ages and 55 plus communities. The Inverrary Association oversees approximately 7,500 apartments and homes with 18,000 residents. Read the Full Inverrary Community Guide.

Cricket Club — A gated townhome community in Lauderhill featuring three bedroom two and a half bathroom townhomes in zip code 33313. All-ages community with HOA.

Falls of Inverrary — A gated condominium community featuring one, two and three bedroom units featuring pool or garden views. All-ages community with HOA.

What Condo Sellers in Lauderhill Need to Know

Selling a condominium in Lauderhill requires a clear understanding of the variables that directly affect your buyer pool and your final sale price. Florida's milestone inspection requirements for older buildings are the most critical. Condominium buildings that are three stories or more and 30 years or older are required to undergo a milestone structural inspection. Buildings that have not completed their inspection or carry underfunded reserves can face financing restrictions that eliminate a significant portion of your potential buyer pool. Cash buyers remain available but they know when a building has compliance issues and they use that knowledge at the negotiating table.

Condo Association financial health is the second most scrutinized variable in this market. A building with a fully funded reserve, no pending special assessments, and a completed 40-year certification is meaningfully more marketable than one that cannot produce clean financials during due diligence. Monthly HOA fee levels also affect buyer qualification directly. In a market where many buyers are stretching to qualify a high monthly fee reduces the number of buyers who can finance the purchase.

Pricing a Lauderhill condo correctly from day one is critical. According to Redfin 71% of licensed agents did not close a single transaction in 2025. Pricing expertise in a market like Lauderhill where condo values vary significantly by building, floor, view, condition, and HOA status is not something most agents have developed. Getting the price wrong costs sellers time, money, or both.

Schools Near Lauderhill

Lauderhill is served by Broward County Public Schools. Boyd H. Anderson High School serves much of the city. Lauderhill 6-12 offers several magnet programs including a game development program and Fire Academy. Buyers with school age children should verify specific zone assignments through the Broward County school locator before purchasing.

Shopping Dining and Lifestyle

Sawgrass Mills Mall is minutes from Lauderhill's western boundary offering more than 350 stores including luxury shopping at The Colonnade Outlets and drawing over 26 million visitors per year. Lauderhill Mall, which opened in 1966 as the first enclosed air-conditioned mall in the southeastern United States, remains a convenient hub for everyday retail and services within the city. Multiple Publix locations and everyday retail are accessible throughout Lauderhill. The Lauderhill Performing Arts Center is a 1,106-seat theater hosting over 250 performances annually across music, theater, dance, cinema, visual arts, and community events, attracting more than 100,000 visitors per year. Lauderhill has a rich mix of Caribbean, Jamaican, Haitian, and international dining reflecting the city's diverse community.

Healthcare Near Lauderhill

Plantation General Hospital is minutes from Lauderhill's southern boundary. Westside Regional Medical Center is also nearby in Plantation. Cleveland Clinic Florida has its main South Florida campus in Weston approximately 15 to 20 minutes away. Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale is within easy reach.

Lauderhill Florida Real Estate Market Insights

Lauderhill's market is a story of two very different property types. Single-family homes are holding steady, with a median sale price around $410,000 and little year-over-year change. Condos are a different picture entirely — the median condo sale price has dropped to roughly $120,000, down about 14 percent year-over-year, driven largely by rising HOA costs, insurance premiums, and Florida's milestone inspection and reserve funding requirements working through older buildings, the same dynamics covered above under condo seller considerations. Homes are also taking longer to sell than they used to, with days on market now running well over 100 days on average, up significantly from roughly 86 days a year ago. That combination — softening condo values and a slower pace — makes accurate pricing and a clear understanding of a specific building's financial health more important in Lauderhill right now than in almost any other city in this market, not less.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of real estate is available in Lauderhill Florida?

Lauderhill offers condominium units in both all-ages and 55 plus communities, townhomes, and single family homes. Condominium prices range from approximately $75,000 for entry level units to over $400,000 for larger or updated properties. Single family homes and townhomes currently range from the mid $300,000s to over $400,000.

What is Inverrary in Lauderhill Florida?

Inverrary is a master planned community spanning approximately 1,000 acres within the city of Lauderhill. The Inverrary Association oversees multiple individual condominium and homeowner associations encompassing approximately 7,500 apartments and homes with around 18,000 residents. The community includes condominiums, lakefront villas, townhouses, and single family homes across both all-ages and 55 plus communities. It was developed in the 1970s around two Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed golf courses and the former Inverrary Country Club which hosted 15 PGA and LPGA tournaments. For detailed information on individual buildings and complexes see the full Inverrary Community Guide. [LINK TO INVERRARY PAGE]

What are the HOA considerations for Lauderhill condominiums?

HOA fees vary significantly by building. Buyers should review reserve funding status, any pending special assessments, milestone inspection compliance, and rental restriction policies. These variables directly affect marketability, financing eligibility, and resale value.

What is the milestone inspection law and how does it affect Lauderhill condo sellers?

Florida law requires condominium buildings three stories or more and 30 years or older to undergo a milestone structural inspection. Buildings that have not completed their inspection or met reserve funding requirements can face restrictions on buyer financing. Sellers in older Lauderhill condo buildings should understand their building's compliance status before listing.

How far is Lauderhill from Fort Lauderdale Beach?

Fort Lauderdale Beach is approximately 20 to 25 minutes from most Lauderhill neighborhoods.

Is Lauderhill a good place to retire in South Florida?

Lauderhill has several well-established 55 plus communities within the Inverrary neighborhood offering resort style amenities and low-maintenance living at price points well below comparable communities in Plantation or Weston.

What hospitals are near Lauderhill Florida?

Plantation General Hospital is just south of Lauderhill. Westside Regional Medical Center is also in Plantation. Cleveland Clinic Florida is in Weston approximately 15 to 20 minutes away. Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale is within easy reach.

I have active listings, properties under contract, and closed sales in Lauderhill right now. If you own a condominium or home in Lauderhill and are thinking about your options the right first step is understanding exactly where your property stands in today's market. That means knowing your building's compliance status, your HOA's financial health, your current competition, and what buyers in this market are actually paying. Request Your Lauderhill Home Valuation. Or call me directly: 954.882.8900.

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